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International Security (Taught)
- MA
- 1 Years
- Full-time
- 09/2026
- Postgraduate
- University of East Anglia
- Awarded by:
- University of East Anglia
Course summary
Overview
Today's security landscape extends far beyond traditional military concerns, creating unprecedented challenges—and opportunities—for security professionals.
Our MA in International Security provides a sophisticated understanding of contemporary security challenges while developing the analytical capabilities essential for careers in this critical field. You'll explore the transformation of security studies since the Cold War, examining both traditional concerns like strategy and interstate conflict alongside emerging issues such as environmental security, gender dimensions, transnational crime, and migration governance.
What distinguishes our programme is its balance of theoretical depth and practical application. You'll master key security theories while developing professional skills through innovative teaching methods—including simulated scenarios, policy exercises, and collaborative projects addressing real-world challenges. This approach bridges academic understanding with the practical capabilities valued across security-focused careers.
The curriculum offers flexibility to pursue your specific interests through optional modules, culminating in an independent dissertation supervised by experts in your chosen specialisation. Our extensive connections with policy institutions enhance your professional development through research assistantships within the school and external opportunities with partner organisations. Recent students collaborated with the European Institute for Asian Studies in Brussels, producing published policy briefs and opinion pieces—experience that significantly strengthens career prospects.
Whether you aspire to work in intelligence services, diplomatic corps, international organisations, NGOs, journalism, or corporate risk assessment, our programme provides the analytical frameworks, methodological tools, and professional networks to launch your career in the dynamic field of international security.
Disclaimer
Course details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the provider's website: www.uea.ac.uk
Modules
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Assessment method
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Entry requirements
Bachelors Honours degree - 2.2 in any subject area.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | minimum 5.5 in all components |
English Foreign Language:
Applications from students whose first language is not English are welcome. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading).
Test dates should be within 2 years of the course start date.
We also accept a number of other English language tests. Review our English Language Equivalencies for a list of qualifications that we may accept to meet this requirement.
English Language Equivalencies https://www.uea.ac.uk/apply/our-admissions-policy/english-language-equivalencies
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Channel Islands | £11200 | Whole course |
| England | £11200 | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £11200 | Whole course |
| Scotland | £11200 | Whole course |
| Wales | £11200 | Whole course |
| International | £23850 | Whole course |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
Tuition fees are reviewed annually and subject to increase. Some fees are regulated by the UK government and will be changed in line with advice from them. For further information about additional costs for your course and information on fee status please see our website.
Sponsorship information
The UEA offers a number of scholarships for UK/EU and international students which are based on academic merit.
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